Born at Kallery
Born on 15 June in Villupuram district, Tamil Nadu.
Servant of God Rev. Fr. D. S.
Amalorpavadass
A life devoted to the Gospel, the Church and the people of India.
A life illumined by faith
A life of encounter
Rooted in India.
Open to the world.
Fr. Duraiswami Simon Amalorpavadass brought theological depth, cultural sensitivity and contemplative wisdom to the renewal of the Church in India.
From founding the National Biblical, Catechetical and Liturgical Centre to creating Anjali Ashram, his work continues to invite a living encounter between the Gospel and Indian culture.
Read his story →31Years of priestly ministry
15+Years guiding the NBCLC
20+Books and major works
2Paths of contemplative formation
A journey of faith
Moments that shaped a mission
Ordained priest
Ordained on 12 April for the Archdiocese of Pondicherry and Cuddalore.
Founded the NBCLC
Founded the National Biblical, Catechetical and Liturgical Centre in Bangalore.
Synod of Bishops
Appointed a special secretary to the Synod on Evangelization by Pope Paul VI.
From the library
Ideas for the journey
Words to keep
Wisdom for the journey
From the community
News & remembrance
Remembering a life of service
A remembrance of the ministry and legacy of Rev. Dr. D. S. Amalorpavadass.
Keep the light alive